Guyaholic [Paperback]

Carolyn Mackler (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 5, 2008

This is a story that starts with a hockey puck that hits V Valentine in the head and ultimately teaches her about love.A hockey puck knocks V Valentine out and into the lap of Sam Almond. This is a turning point in V's life as Sam turns out to be a wonderful and caring boy, and he and V have a long and lasting relationship. But ultimately V is unable to deal with commitment. On the night of graduation she goes off with another boy, leaving Sam devastated. Sam moves to California and V embarks on a road trip to visit her mother in Texas during which she mulls over her relationship with Sam. She realizes what she has lost and changes direction, heading for California...

Editorial Reviews

Review

"* "Believable, witty and honest - a great read for older teens." The Bookseller * "I love Carolyn Mackler!" Judy Blume"

About the Author

Carolyn Mackler is an award-winning American writer, and the author of Love and Other Four-Letter Words (9781844282944), The Earth, My Butt and Other Big Round Things (9781844282937) and Vegan, Virgin, Valentine (9781406304602). She has written short stories and feature articles for numerous publications, and makes frequent appearances on television and radio. She lives in New York City with her family.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 192 pages
• Publisher: Walker Childrens Paperbacks (May 5, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1406312169
• ISBN-13: 978-1406312164
• Product Dimensions: 7.6 x 5.1 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,465,763 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Carolyn Mackler began telling stories when she was four, by speaking into a tape recorder or having her mom write the words while she drew the pictures. Now she uses a computer, and she doesn't attempt to illustrate anything. She's written six novels for teenagers. Her most recent novel, THE FUTURE OF US, was co-authored with Jay Asher. It has just been optioned by Warner Brothers for a major motion picture.

Customer Reviews

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6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Totally flawed, totally loveable, August 18, 2007

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Melissa Walker - See all my reviews

This review is from: Guyaholic (Hardcover)

V is the girl that I would have probably been intimidated by, in awe of, and kind of angry at in high school. She may swoop in and steal your boyfriend, but it sure is fascinating to get inside her head. And guess what? Understanding where she's coming from makes you want to hug her and tell her everything will be okay. Because her flaws and her insecurities make her just like the rest of us. And this is one story that sweeps you away with the joy and pain of V's journey to find herself.

4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Average, August 15, 2007

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Tina "Tina" (Montreal, Quebec) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Guyaholic (Hardcover)

I am a big fan of Carolyn Mackler and I was looking forward to this book. Although I rated it 4 stars, I did have a few hesitations. For one thing, the book is too short. It feels as though I just started it an it already over -it is a very short read.

Secondly, for some reason, the storyline felt rushed to me and V came across somehow more obnoxious than in the first book. I think I had come to expect a changed V and yet when we start this book - I got the impression she was regressing.

I missed the interaction between Mira and V - as it comes way too late in the book.

The storyline was good and as I have mentioned the writing is always top notch with Mackler - I guess I kind of felt let down a little bit as the first book was so great and so family focused....this one - was just not as perfect as the first one.

Still, a good read.

4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars V is not a typical heroine--and this is NOT a typical teen book!, August 15, 2007

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Megan McCafferty "author of Fourth Comings" (New Jersey) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Guyaholic (Hardcover)

This page-turner follows V on her tumultuous journey into young adulthood: She loses the one she loves, but finds herself along the way. V is far from perfect, but her flaws are what make her such a fascinating--and identifiable--character. As always, the writing is funny, touching, and totally authentic. Congratulations to Carolyn Mackler for creating yet another indelible portrait of a complicated teenage girl.